Berglund Center getting facelift Web Staff September 24, 2014 1 minute read roanokeciviccenter.com New seats, lighting, a paint job and more secure doors. The 45-year-old Roanoke Civic Center is getting more than a new name. The Berglund Center also will be transformed. WFIR’s Gene Marrano explains: Share: Post navigation Previous: Norfolk Southern freight volume returns to pre-recession levels; railroad to hire 900 to operate more trainsNext: Former Roanoke Times writer to speak at 2015 Virginia book festival Related Stories Virginia Democrats appeal to U.S. Supreme Court to save redistricting map Ian Price May 12, 2026 Local Colors Festival Returns to Celebrate its 35th Year Emma Thomas May 12, 2026 With district lines battle out of the way Beth Macy says she’s ready to take on Ben Cline for his seat in Congress Gene Marrano May 11, 2026